About Us

History and Purpose Scappoose Adventist School (SAS), established in 1935, is a pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade Christian school operated by the Scappoose-St. Helens Seventh-day Adventist Church. SAS exists to serve families who desire a Bible-based Christian education for their children and welcomes students regardless of their religious affiliation.SAS is located on Highway 30 on the outskirts of Scappoose, Oregon, and next to the Scappoose-St. Helens Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Spiritual Life Scappoose Adventist School believes that our relationship with God is the foundation of true education. Each school day begins with worship. Daily Bible classes help children know God better and learn to apply scripture to their daily life. Teachers often weave spiritual lessons into other classes as well. God is honored as the Creator and the source of true wisdom.

Academics SAS is state accredited and the teaching staff is certified. Low student-to-teacher ratios and multi-grade classrooms such as those enjoyed at SAS are seen by many educators to offer an ideal learning environment for children. SAS is committed to academic excellence and creating opportunities for hands-on learning.

Social Life Our small school offers many opportunities for the children to relate to one another in a family-like atmosphere. Young children are often paired with older students for “buddy reading.” Children of all ages can be seen playing together. Multi-grade classrooms enhance children learning to help one another.

Parents SAS welcomes parent involvement in the school and encourages parents to participate as classroom volunteers. We have an active Home & School Association which accomplishes amazing things throughout the school year. (Click on the link to find out more about Home & School- page in progress)

Our Mission Statement

Spiritually focused

Academically rigorous

Service oriented

SAS. Developing the whole child.

Our Vision Statement

The Creator’s design is for “whole person” development – Spiritual, Mental, Physical, Emotional. The longer your child attends Scappoose Adventist School, the more he or she will increasingly demonstrate:

A Spirit-filled life with service acts toward others

Academic excellence and critical thinking skills

Leadership through personal gifts and abilities

Integrity-based decisions and healthy choices

Our Philosophy

We believe that with an affirming environment supported by a committed community and staff, who provide an educational experience that pursues whole person development, students will excel as scholars, community leaders, and servants of Christ.

Teacher Pledge

Communicate with each child as a unique creation designed by God

Hold students accountable to the vision with grace

Provide rigorous, relevant, and integrated instruction that is balanced

Work as a team with parents and staff to maximize a student’s potential

Parent Pledge

Provide adequate sleep and nutrition for my child

Make time as needed to help my child succeed

Communicate questions or concerns directly to the teacher

Support the school’s vision

Accept financial responsibility

Student Pledge

Show love to others

Perform my best in school

Integrate the gifts God has given me to bless others

Respect the people God has placed over me

Initiate caring for the property around me

Take care of any problems I cause

Journey to Excellence video presentation

Hear from administrators, teachers, parents and students about the quality academics, strong curriculum and integrated spiritual and moral content of our school. https://youtu.be/EXXcrUNciXo